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Little Bird Assisted Living
Small home·Licensed for 6·Petaluma, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Starting rate$7,500 a monthListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitAugust 26, 2025CDSS inspection record
Little Bird Assisted Living is a small care home in Petaluma — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 6 residents since 2014.
Built from CDSS public records · September 27, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.
Quick answers and the state record
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about Little Bird Assisted Living
Is Little Bird Assisted Living licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Little Bird Assisted Living licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Little Bird Assisted Living been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2014, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.
Is Little Bird Assisted Living still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Little Bird Assisted Living cost?
$7,500 a month to start — listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026.
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.
Among 5 other homes of a similar licensed size in Petaluma that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $6,875 to $7,200 a month, and the middle figure is $7,000 (n = 5 other homes publishing a starting rate).
Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date in September 2026 — not an average of ours, and not a survey. Similar size means small and mid-size homes counted together, and large communities counted on their own, because they are different markets.
A home outside the band is not overcharging or underpricing: a starting rate covers different things in different homes, which is the first thing to ask about.
The price is made in the phone call. Nothing here is a quote, an offer or a discount.
A starting rate is the room and the base care. California homes commonly bill care levels, medication management, supplies, transport and a second person in the room as extras. Many also charge a one-time fee at move-in. Ask for that list in writing before anything is signed.
Only prices a home put out itself count here: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price a listing site says the home confirmed. Prices a site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
Does Little Bird Assisted Living take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
Who holds the license?
The license is held by Sanctuary Assisted Living LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Petaluma Valley Hospital is 2.1 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Little Bird Assisted Living keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Little Bird Assisted Living license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “LITTLE BIRD ASSISTED LIVING”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #496803544. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- Licensed to Sanctuary Assisted Living LLC, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2014, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 4 state inspection visits since 2014, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2014, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 4 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2014, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is August 26, 2025, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
Can they support the care needed?
California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.
- Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 6 residents
- Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
- Hospice careApproved by the state
- BedriddenApproved · covers up to 2 residents
State licensing record · September 27, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.
Read the state’s own wording
6 NON-AMBULATORY OF WHICH 2 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. HOSPICE WAIVER WITH TOTAL CARE APPROVED FOR 3.
983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file — care may continue at the end of life
Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”
State licensing record · September 27, 2026
- If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation on file
Ask: “Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?”
State licensing record · September 27, 2026
3 more questions to ask the home
- Two-person transfers or a lift
Not on file
Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”
- Someone awake overnight
Not on file
Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”
- Medicines
Not on file
Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”
What it costs here
This home’s starting rate
$7,500a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 · See listing
Likely monthly total
$7,500a month
Likely $7,500–$8,100
With a shared room and basic help.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.
See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · where the price comes from
Starting monthly rate$7,500this home
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.
Shared room insteadAsknot on file
This home’s listed starting rate is for assisted living private room. A shared room, if one is offered, may cost less — ask.
Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600
Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (45 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).
One-time move-in fee$2,000one time · likely $0–$4,000
Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,000 (134 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.
- Likely monthly totalLikely $7,500–$8,100
- $7,500
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $7,500–$11,600
- $9,500
Lines marked “Ask” are not in the totals.
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
- Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
- Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
- SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
- VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
- Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
- MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
- The care level
Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.
- What is billed separately
Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.
- Move-in costs
A one-time community fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.
- Increases
California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.
- What is the full monthly cost for the room and care we need, and what does it include?
- What would the next care level cost, and who decides when it changes?
- What is billed separately, and is there a one-time fee or deposit at move-in?
- Is any private-pay period required before another payment program can begin?
How this estimate worksWhere this price comes from
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.
9 homes like this within 9 miles publish starting rates mostly between $6,500–$7,600.
- Only prices a home put out itself count: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price Seniorly says the home confirmed. Prices a listing site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
- Nearby homes are the nearest of the same size that publish a rate, widening from 3 to 40 miles until at least 8 do. The estimate starts from what they charge, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices.
- Room, care-level, second-person and move-in lines come from what California homes publish on listing sites. Memory care uses Covelight’s researched premium over assisted living.
- Totals add each line’s figure and combine the lines’ ranges as separate charges, because a home is rarely at the top, or the bottom, of every line at once.
- We tested this estimate on 1,546 California homes that publish their own starting rate. It was within 10% of the real rate for 3 in 10 homes and within 25% for 7 in 10; the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 (September 12, 2026).
- It cannot see this home’s specials, how it assesses care, or which rooms are open.
Show the 9 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Alta Care HomePetaluma · 2.3 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Genesis RCFEPetaluma · 2.4 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- White Rose ManorPetaluma · 2.5 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Creekside CottagePetaluma · 2.7 mi · Small home$7,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Taking the JourneyPetaluma · 3.0 mi · Small home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sunset HouseCotati · 6.0 mi · Mid-size home$7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Penngrove GardensPenngrove · 6.8 mi · Mid-size home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Penngrove Shangri-LaPenngrove · 7.2 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Family HouseRohnert Park · 8.8 mi · Mid-size home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 511 Webster Street, Petaluma, CA 94952Address from the public record · September 27, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
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The state record
California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. Here are the dated documents and the state’s own words, beside what is typical for homes this size.
Since 2021, the state has filed 5 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 2014. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated August 26, 2025.
- On file since
- 2021
- State visits
- 4
- Most recent visit
- August 26, 2025
Beside homes the same size
- Type A citations0typical 0
- Type B citations0typical 0
- Substantiated allegations0typical 0
- Total complaints0typical 0
“Typical” is the statewide median across the 6,808 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record — larger, longer-licensed homes accumulate more visits and reports, so compare like with like. One complaint can contain several allegations. Counts cover this licence since 2014.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 3 of 5 documents
Aug 26, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hansen arrived unannounced to conduct an Annual Required inspection and was greeted by staff who contacted Administrator Katie Franco, that arrived shortly after. Facility is a two story building only licensed on first story. There is 6 beds and 7 bathrooms in this residential care facility for the elderly that has a fire clearance for 6 Non-ambulatory of which 2 may be bedridden. Facility also has a hospice waiver approved for 3. At today’s inspection there were 6 residents in care with 2 have dementia diagnosis & 2 on hospice. LPA initiated a tour of the facility around 10am and made the following observations: Facility was a comfortable temperature and passageways were free from obstructions. Exits were equipped with auditory devices which were activated and working properly at the time of the visit. Resident rooms were furnished per regulation. Water temperature in 3 of 7 bathrooms tested used by residents measured between 118 and 119.5 degrees F, with in range of 105 to 120 degrees F allowed per regulation. Bathrooms were equipped with necessary grab bars, and slip-resistant mats, strips, or flooring in all bathtub and shower floors as required by Title 22 regulations. Extra hygiene products and linens were available. Cabinets containing cleaning supplies were locked. Facility has at least two days of perishable and one week of non-perishable foods which appeared to be of quality and stored per regulation. Medications were centrally stored. Emergency food and water supplies are stored in the garage along with Personal Protective Equipment. Fire extinguishers were last serviced 6/4/2025. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors located throughout the facility were operational during inspection. Disaster drills are conducted quarterly with most recent fire/disaster drill conducted 7/16/2025. Continue on LIC809-C Continued from LIC809 At approximately 11:30am on 8/26/2025 6 residents and 4 staff files were reviewed. LPA reviewed resident’s files and learned that 6 of 6 residents have an updated reappraisal/needs & care plan, TB and physician’s assessments on file as required by Title 22 Regulation. LPA reviewed a sample of 4 staff records at 1:10pm on 8/26/2025 and learned that all facility staff present and other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record clearances or exemptions. In addition, Direct care staff at the facility have completed required annual trainings. LPA was presented with proof of CPR & 1st Aid certification for staff that files were reviewed. Administrative Certificate for Katie Franco #7005297740 expires 1/28/2027. Medications and medication records (Centrally stored) were reviewed. LPA obtained while at facility- LIC500, LIC9020, Admin cert., LLC documentation, & Copy of Liability Insurance Licensee/Administrator to submit updates of the following documents by 9/9/2025: Control of Property Grant Deed & updated LLC documents No deficiencies cited during this inspection Exit interview conducted with Administrator/licenseethe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 26, 2025
Sep 30, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
09/30/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Loera conducted an unannounced Annual Required – 1 yr. inspection visit for this facility. Facility has an emergency disaster plan as required. Facility has an infection control plan as required. There are currently six(6) residents in care. Facility approved/cleared for 6 non-ambulatory, 2 bedridden, and hospice waiver for 3. LPA met with Konstanze Franco (Manager) and Christopher Conradt (Back up Administrator). At approximately 1:10pm, LPA and Manager toured the building and grounds. The facility was found to be at a comfortable temperature. LPA observed a 2 day supply of perishable and 7 day supply of non-perishable food. Refrigerated food was found to be stored in a safe manner being labeled and dated. Medications were found to be centrally stored. All rooms were equipped with lighting, night stand, and chest of drawers. All rooms were in good repair. Extra hygiene products and linens were available. Water temperature in sinks accessible to residents in care were measured at 116.0 and 116.4 degrees F which is within the range of 105 to 120 degrees F. Fire extinguishers were last inspected June, 2024. Smoke/Carbon Monoxide detectors located throughout the facility are hard wired were tested and operational. Toxins, sharps and other items that could pose threat if available to residents were located in the kitchen and were found to be locked and secured. Emergency food, water supplies, and Personal Protective Equipment are stored in the detached garage. Games along with activities are located in the living room. LPA conducted spot medication count and found all prescription medication to be properly recorded on the Centrally Stored Medication Record. At approximately 1:55pm, LPA conducted review of 5 staff records/training. Upon a review of staff records, LPA found all staff to have required annual and initial training as well as current 1st Aid & CPR certification on file. Continued on LIC809-C At approximately 2:20pm, LPA conducted a review of 5 resident records. All records had the required documentation. No deficiencies cited during today's inspection. Updated copies of the following documents were requested for facility file and are to be submitted to CCLD within 30 days of this visit: LIC500- Personnel Report LIC308- Designation of Responsibility LIC610- Emergency Disaster Plan (if any changes) Infection Control Plan (if any changes) Exit interview conducted with Manager and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 30, 2024
Oct 16, 2023Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Victoria Bertozzi and Helena Rummonds arrived unannounced to conduct an Annual Required inspection and was greeted by staff. LPAs met with back up Administrator, Christopher Conradt and Administrator Katie Franco arrived at a later time. LPAs initiated a tour of the facility around 9:20am and made the following observations: Facility was a comfortable temperature and passageways were free from obstructions. Resident rooms were furnished per regulation. Water temperature in bathrooms used by residents measured at 119 and 116 degrees F which are within the range of 105 to 120 degrees F allowed per regulation. Extra hygiene products and linens were available. Cabinets containing cleaning supplies were locked. Facility has at least two days of perishable and one week of non-perishable foods which appeared to be of quality and stored per regulation. Medications were centrally stored and locked. Emergency food and water supplies are stored in the garage along with Personal Protective Equipment. Fire extinguishers were last serviced June 2023. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors located throughout the facility were tested and operational during inspection. Most recent fire/disaster drill was conducted 8/01/2023. Four staff files and five resident files were reviewed. Staff have required First Aid and CPR certificates. Training records were reviewed. Administrative Certificate for Administrator, Katie Franco, 6017952740 is up to date and expires 1/28/2025. Medications and medication records were reviewed. Continued on LIC 809C Continued from LIC 809 Licensee/Administrator to submit updates of the following documents by 11/16/2023: LIC 500 Personnel Summary Copy of Liability Insurance LIC 610 Emergency Disaster Plan (If any changes) Infection Control Plan (If any changes) No deficiencies cited during this inspectionthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 16, 2023
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
Life here
Rooms, meals, the rhythm of a day, faith and language, pets and house rules — as the home describes them. Tap any detail for its source and date; nothing here is graded.
The home has not described daily life anywhere we have reviewed yet — that is the case for most small homes, and it says nothing about the home. These questions fill in the picture; keep the ones that matter to you.
Before you call
Ask every home the same questions — the state’s record does not answer these. Keep the ones that matter and they travel with your saved homes.
- What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
- Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
- Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
- What could change whether someone can stay here?
- Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?
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